The service was amazing. The food was great. You get validated parking if you dine here and I would…read moredine here again. The chef gave us so many complimentary dishes which made me realize we should have ordered less dishes. And dare I say it, the kids menu dishes were kind of fire too.

This review is not for the hotel itself, but for the pool cabana rental. A group of girlfriends and…read moreI rented a cabana a couple of weeks ago for an early Mother's Day celebration. Parking was valet only which was quick and seamless (and free!). The staff at the entry of the hotel was super helpful in providing directions to get down to the pool as one of my girlfriend's said it was a little confusing to find, but I was given a clear guide on how to get down there and got there without issue. We had our own server at the cabana who provided us with our free fruit plate and bottle of bubbly to share, and took food and drink orders. She and her coworkers checked on us pretty frequently and kept us well-stocked. The day was a little overcast and cloudy but the pool was a lovely cool temp, and the jacuzzi was in the same general area so when we got a little chilly we hopped on over. After spending some time in the adult-only pool area, we headed up to the family friendly deck and took a couple of runs down the slides, which was super fun. Around the time we were meant to clear out, our server was super sweet and let us know they would just start to pick up around us but we were welcome to stay longer if we wanted to, since there was no one coming in behind us. We continued relaxing until we were all ready to go but first we got to chatting with another staff member, Bryan, who was super rad and shared all his favorite nearby spots to eat. The staff is really so wonderful here! Very friendly and professional. Overall my first visit to the Park Hyatt Aviara was very enjoyable, and I would absolutely visit again (preferably on a hot, sunny day). Highly recommend for any and all poolside celebrations!

What an amazing resort! Came here for the long weekend during Memorial Day and check in process was…read moresuper welcoming. Big shout out to Kaylen who was super nice during the check in process and made us feel so welcome. Loved the champagne and chocolates at check in. Pros: 1. Friendly customer service at every turn. 2. I had an ocean view queen and it was perfect on the top floor overlooking the pool and the ocean. Best views in town! 3. Hot tub and pool are good, open from 8 am - 10 pm. To avoid crowds, go early or after 8:30 pm. 4. It's close to the train station and if you are coming from LA, this is a great option. 5. Dog friendly hotel Cons: 1. Valet only which can get expensive but there are lots a few blocks away, which have over night parking for super reasonable rates, so you can avoid extra valet fees. Most restaurants are walking and the area is super dog friendly. I had so much of fun and an amazingly relaxing vacation, I will definitely be back.

What a lovely hotel!…read more My review is only for the conference I attended here and to be in such a beautiful hotel with gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean, working this weekend felt like a breeze. Conference room was nice and all the AV worked well. Valet parking for $10 was provided for conference goers. I parked in the public lot right across the street for $5.50/day and its literally a stone's throw away. Lunch was Greek cuisine and all of it delicious. The snacks at break were OK too. Bathrooms are nice and just mesmerizing views of the ocean from many parts of the hotel. Id definitely come back again to hang out here another day when not working. Its very chill and classy too. Loved it!

This is for the Spa…read more.. The spa opens at 7 AM and there I was. I came in through the gates of the gated community and parked in the self parking lot at the spa. Waited in front for five minutes and the doors opened! I felt like putting my face against the window while I waited and say, "open, open, open". I was greeted by a lovely young woman who checked me in and walked me around the grounds to show me around. As I came so early, I had the place to myself for the first two hours. I used the gym, took a swim, went in a couple of Jacuzzis until my girlfriends arrived at 9:30 AM. I'm more of an introvert, so it was perfect. Altogether, we took a yoga class at the beautiful yoga pavilion. We sat by the pool and had a lovely lunch. The food was excellent, including the complementary treats and banana bread. The only negative about the pool was that we were told if we left for more than 20 minutes our belongings would be removed. We couldn't hold our chairs for the day. That was news to us. It was a warm 90° day on a Friday in March and the community and hotel is allowed to use the spa grounds and they all showed up. Every lounge chair was full. Note to self: come Monday through Thursday. The massage: I'm going to say it's one of the best massages I've ever had in my life (and I've been to other five star spas). Pure bliss. Jackie was my masseuse. She listened to me when I asked for stronger pressure and then from there, I went into another world of goodness. She had such love in her eyes when it was all done. This is the most expensive massage I've ever had in my life. Around $400 for a 60 minute massage (with tax and tip) not including lunch. But treating ourselves once in a while is worth it. We felt like we were princesses. Yes, we'll be back. Maybe a while from now to save up our pennies, but we will be back.

Beautiful Grounds, But Not the Five-Star Experience I Expected…read moreI visited Rancho Valencia on my birthday expecting a true five-star experience, and while there were genuinely lovely moments, the overall visit fell short of what a resort at this level should deliver. A few things worth knowing before you book: they do not offer a day pass. Access to the resort is granted by booking a service through their spa, which is fine in principle. What's not fine is their pricing transparency. The rates listed on their website are not what you'll actually pay. Pricing changes based on demand, time of day, and availability. I received two different booking confirmations for the same treatment at two different prices, neither of which matched what was on their site. When I asked at check-in, they explained their dynamic pricing model casually, as if it were common knowledge. It isn't, and it should be disclosed at the time of scheduling. No one mentioned it when I called to book. The check-in staff was cordial, but the energy made it clear they were sizing me up. It was subtle and perhaps unintentional, but noticeable enough to color the start of my day. The property itself is genuinely beautiful. Lush grounds, a cold plunge, multiple pools, and access to yoga and fitness classes throughout the day. The yoga class I attended was listed as intermediate to moderate, but the instructor, who normally teaches the advanced class, ran it at a moderate to advanced pace. I was the only person in the room at the intermediate level and spent more of the class struggling than unwinding. The food and beverage program is what you'd expect at a resort of this caliber. When I booked my massage, I specifically requested champagne for my birthday. It was noted. It was never offered, not before my treatment, not during, and not after. That kind of detail is exactly what separates a five-star experience from a four-star one, and it was simply forgotten. My massage therapist was outstanding. She was thorough, skilled, and clearly excellent at her craft. She identified tension I didn't even know I was carrying and worked through it with real intention. She was the highlight of the day without question. Rancho Valencia is a stunning property that has the bones of an exceptional experience. But the lack of pricing transparency, the inconsistent service details, and the atmosphere at check-in kept it from living up to its reputation. I'm not sure I'd return.

Just checked out of Estancia today with my new husband. Sofi and Grant were exceptional during…read morewelcome. Very great service overall! Would definitely come back!

I added a star back because their customer service has been top notch in communication. I've had…read moremultiple people reach out to resolve issues . Hopefully the things i noticed were a one off or deferred maintenance that just needs to be caught up. ​I came here to celebrate my birthday and I really wanted to love my stay. At first glance, the property is stunning. The room decor is charming, the staff was very nice, and we had a great meal at Mustangs & Burros (the Brussels sprouts were delicious). ​However, once we settled in, the lack of attention to detail became impossible to ignore--especially since I was staying with a broken ankle. ​The room cleanliness was disappointing for this price point. I found hair and grime on the coffee maker tray, hair on the floor tiles, and air vents covered in thick dust. The bathroom walls even had visible stains that hadn't been wiped down. The carpet was dirty when I got there. For a 4 star hotel I expected more. ​On top of that, maintenance issues made the stay difficult. The ice maker was broken , and the outdoor lighting at the exit and on the pathways around the property wasn't working. Navigating the property in the dark with crutches was very tricky, and seeing rusty screws sticking up out of the deck felt like a genuine safety oversight. ​It's a shame because the atmosphere is great, but the housekeeping and maintenance really need to step it up.

This review is based on our Spa experience only!…read more I loved every minute being here! The staff were great, everything was so clean and organized in the women's locker room. We came just for the day and it was worth every penny! I love how they allow you to leave and come back that's always nice. There's plenty of parking and i believe you can ask to be taken to your car via golf cart lol I really enjoyed my time here to celebrate my birthday! My masseuse Maria was 10/10!!!! I highly highly recommend her! Omg i have never had a massage that good! She worked on the areas i told her i had tension and the oil they used was so delicious! It had juniper and it was just magical. We'll definitely return!

We came to stay over our son's spring break this year. The grounds are nice and extremely large!…read moreUnfortunately, for me, that's where it ends... our room was situated at the far end of the resort, on the golf course. Golf course maintenance crews are up and at it, around 6:30 in the morning(!!). Needless to say, we didn't get much sleep and, when asked to change rooms, they were booked and had nothing available for us. As for dining... "room service" is a joke where you order online, get charged $40 for them to bring it to your room and, it's cold by the time it gets there. We had Easter brunch at Vue which was just ok. I got the eggs Benedict which, when cut open, revealed clear runoff of barely cooked egg - instantly made my hunger disappear. My husband's breakfast, the chorizo scramble, and son's breakfast, pancakes, were totally fine and edible. For the amount of money it is to stay here, I think it's 1000% overrated and we'll skip it next time we're in SD, for sure. There's really no need to come here.

Love this place! Just tried the Italian place last night and it was so delicious. Although…read moresomething I really expect to be good here is coffee and a Matcha and one of the only places they have it here makes it very poorly. I think that would be a good upgrade for you guys.

When we arrived we were meet at the front desk by JJ! Instantly our day was off to a great start…read more His great attitude, customer service and love for job really showed! Thank you JJ and Murrieta hot springs for the lovely day!

We had a prolonged stay at the Winners Circle this month after staying for a few days back in…read moreOctober. This is cute small resort near the Del Mar Racetrack and it is close to good restaurants, retailers, grocery stores, and other attractions. We appreciate that it some nice amenities like full kitchen, free washer and dryer service, heated pool, sauna, rec room, and grill patio area with fire pits. Coffee is free from 6AM-11AM. The resort gronds are kept clean and for the most part is pretty quiet. We did encounter one party which made the patio/pool area their own backyard for a couple of days with loud music and a lot of commotion, but other than that things we're pretty chill. Service is very hit or miss. We've had issues during both of our check-ins where our reservation details was not readily available. House cleaning could also benefit from some improvements. We stayed in multiple rooms on both of our visits and each room lacked on cleanliness from grimme and crumbs in fridge doors and interior, to dusty surfaces, to finding hairs in the freezer. One front desk agent goes above and beyond to meet our needs. Noah M was always very attentive, calm, and willing to work with our reservation requests and needs. I'm not sure of our experiences would have been as good without his help. We're likely to return for another stay at Winners Circle and definitely recommend.

Off to the races!?! This might be exactly what you need. It's like a little oasis right at the tail…read moreend of Solana Beach and the Thoroughbred edge of Del Mar! As with many resorts there are pro's and cons. Pros: * It's an intimate resort thats so close to things you can walk to them if you're up to it. * spacious rooms. Varying from studio to two bedroom units * kitchenettes to full size kitchens * heated pool, jacuzzi and a dry sauna *rec room * very family friendly * good coffee provided up till 11am * plenty of parking * silver rating with RCI * firm beds (as I prefer) * property has a facelift and several upgrades. * great restaurants within walking distance Cons: * several RCI Reservation issues prior & upon checking in. They had no reservations showing up with our confirmation number nor with our names. Arrived on time but didn't get into our room till after 5pm. *widow spiders and ants...we put cinnamon infused pine cones around the unit and patio to help deter them. We both had to use our after bug bite balm (bring essential oils and that in your travel bag) I showed my bug welt to the manager. * some damage to old appliances and could've been cleaned up better in between guests. * both units were stayed in had the same issues. * not a lot of ADA features here albeit they to have some. Ie elevator, bars to aid for shower entry. Believe they have some shower seats if needed. Ask the desk for that. I already have my next stay booked! I'm going to have a surgery soon so I will have a nice recovery stay (away from my dog) here. As long as there is no more RCI and check in issues all should be great. Becky and Noah attended to our needs as best as they could. Days later I'm still trying to communicate with the RCI care team to get further help with all the glitches and problems that arose and that took time away from enjoying this place with its full glory! They have regular resort bookings online too. Where the surf meets the turf! It's where it's at! We truly enjoyed our mini staycation here regardless of some of the hiccups that we experienced.

I have been here a couple of times for the day, spa services, restaurants, hikes, etc. This time we…read morestayed at the hotel for three nights and what a wonderful experience. I usually always book hotels directly, but took a chance and advantage of a Travel Zoo offer. I worried that perhaps we would get a subpar room since we did not book directly. Quite the opposite. Terranea reaches out in advance via email for any preferences etc. We were booked for a king ocean view room and I asked for an upper floor if possible. The parking valet was very friendly and explained we had to valet when staying at the hotel. They do have a daily valet and resort fee. Our check-in was easy. We were given a top floor in our building with a great view of the ocean and Vista Pool. The room and bathroom were so clean. The furniture in the room and on the patio were stylish and comfortable. The bed was a bit soft for us but we did fine for three nights. I will post pictures of the room and view. I did have to call down to the front desk as our bags were not delivered, but they immediately brought them up to us. I have given reviews for Bashi and Nelson's (loved them both). I made all our dinner reservations the week before arriving knowing we could cancel them if we wanted to do something else. We did not eat at the Catalina Kitchen, but all of our room service food and pool food was prepared by Catalina Kitchen. All of those meals were fresh, flavorful and well presented. I have included pictures. Room service and housekeeping services were great. Everyone was over the top friendly and welcoming. We also booked a golf lesson which was amazing and I wrote a review for the Links. We did not use the spa on this trip. We have booked the spa for treatments and day visits in the past. After dinner, we went to the Lobby Lounge for live music and drinks. The male bartender was probably the only negative interaction I had from the many many resort staff members I interacted with. He also appeared not to get along well with the lounge servers. Not sure what that was about. In any case, the live music was very enjoyable and the lobby lounge is very comfortable. We met some nice people during our stay. We will most definitely be back!

We recently visited for a Mother's Day surprise and a local staycation. It was a great value for…read morethe experience, and the resort provided a perfect balance for the whole family. Family Logistics: My wife headed to the spa for some downtime while I took the kids to the pool, which worked out perfectly for everyone. Dining: We had dinner at catalina kitchen where I had a really good steak. Service: The staff was very pleasant, and everyone we encountered was nice. Room Accommodations: I'm rating this 4 stars instead of 5 due to the room layout. We booked for four people, but the initial room was so tiny that it couldn't comfortably fit all of us without one child sharing our bed. I ended up spending more money and upgrading to a suite to ensure we all had enough space and comfort. Comparison to Past Stays: I booked this same promotion a year ago and the room was much larger and easily slept two adults and two kids. I'm not sure what changed with the room assignments this time around, but the upgrade was necessary for our comfort. It did cost us extra $$. Overall, it was still a great way to treat my wife to a surprise while we all had some staycation fun.

From the moment I step out of my car, I felt so at home. It was so peaceful and tranquil and…read morebeautiful and front desk was so kind and attentive.( Jack ) I took this trip bc life had been hard lately, I even ended up traveling alone. So staff made it that much better for me. I heard the ocean all night ( I opened a few windows from condo 11B) the condo was well equipped with everything!!!!! Literally. and so clean and beautiful no air conditioner needed:) ( they even had a few floor fans!! For those who need) omg also the shampoo & conditioner & body was etc...... I'm searching for that brand today my hair and skin feel like a million bucks!!! The jacuzzi was hot the pool was warm overlooking the ocean! They have to cutest cafe, that right now is decorated Christmas! Fireplace and all :) honestly don't want to go home. I believe I will be coming back regularly. Truly and hidden gem.

This time share experience was a nightmare. The office clerk was very rude and talked to much. He…read moreshould be fired on the spot. He is always on the computer and he never asks if we need help. We had to wait a long time to get his attention. We were totally ignored. Please fire this man. His name is John O.